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A medical helicopter crashed off Catalina Island near Los Angeles, killing two people and leaving two hospitalized, authorities said.Rescuers early Thursday searched for a fifth person who was reported to be in the aircraft and was missing, the Los Angeles County Fire Department....
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By Hannah Webb | News Editor Baylor's updated Annual Fire Safety and Security Report shows increases in reported motor vehicle thefts, rapes, liquor law citations and stalking in 2025, but university officials say understanding what those numbers represent is essential to......
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By Josh Siatkowski | Lead Writer Hundreds gathered in the Hurd Welcome Center on Wednesday afternoon to remember the life of a classmate, brother, son, student and friend. 22-year-old William "Blake" Driskell, a Master of Accountancy student and a Baylor alumnus as of May, died.....
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Baylor has benefited from the luxury of staying home for three consecutive weeks. It has seen new light shows, the return of old traditions and special uniforms and decals that have caught the attention of college football fans. The Bears took......
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By Dylan Sciacca | Reporter Every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., college students and people of Waco head to Freight Waco for their night of trivia, ready to sit down and prepare for their shot at first place. What started as a weekly game has now become a community event. Whether it's......
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By Stephanie Starks | Staff Writer Baylor's Career Center hosted almost 200 professional organizations for Career Day, the university's annual networking event, from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday in the Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. At this year's event, brand-new graduate......
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By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer The Honorable Matthew G. Wright does not draw a hard line between his work as a Baylor professor and his work as a judge and attorney. Instead, he brings students into both. Wright, a lecturer in the department of management, a presiding judge......
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Floats rolled down North Bordon Street as the Lorena ISD homecoming parade made its way to Leopard Field, with families lining the sidewalks to catch candy tossed from passing floats.WATCH HERE: Lorena ISD homecoming parade kicks off with floats, candy and a cherished......
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This week, many Central Texans may experience rain, bringing the potential for flooding. A local store manager said neighbors should prepare for the rain. Rain is expected through Sunday, with some areas possibly experiencing 2-4 inches of rain, with locally higher totals that......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - For families living with Alzheimer's, time and memories can take on an entirely different meaning. The Baylor Club is turning this idea into a special night designed to remember the past, celebrate the present and raise money to help families facing the......
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A local cattle rancher is sounding the alarm about the rising cost of producing beef and what it means for the price consumers pay at the grocery store.Dr. Dudley Baker is a former OB-GYN, a retired military veteran, and now a cattle rancher. He has been watching prices climb......
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Waco, TX (FOX44) - With gas and diesel prices high, TSTC instructors have come up with ways drivers can save fuel and thus save money. Automotive instructor Ty Liedtke said drivers looking to stretch their fuel dollars can boost efficiency through simple habits and routine......
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A 54th District Court jury has returned a guilty verdict in the robbery trial of Brendon Le Osha Riggs in a crime that resulted in a death. Though the incident was fatal for the victim, a grand jury had indicted Riggs only for robbery in the September 25, 2020....
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Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - Tossing a weapon into a storm drain did not keep a man accused of waving it at a customer at a convenience store out of jail. It took a foot chase by officers and digging in the storm drain, but 39-year-old Lee Von Mabry, Jr ended up in the McLennan......
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WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) - Congressman Pete Sessions and his staff have assisted in securing $1.7 million in federal funding for the Woodway community. This was discussed at Monday night’s City Council meeting. The city says this funding will support important infrastructure......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A group of Connally High School Cadets is showing character, kindness, and pride! The Cadets noticed a neighbor in need on Tuesday morning. She was seen right next to campus and was out mowing her lawn. Without being asked, the Cadets took it upon......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Ascension Providence has named its new president! The company says Hiram Jacob brings a decade of healthcare leadership and operational expertise to Central Texas. In this role, he will help advance Ascension's commitment as a faith-based healthcare......
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The National Urban League says nearly 40% of fourth graders nationwide read below a basic level. Teachers at two local elementary schools say building strong reading skills early is the key to turning that around.At Woodway Elementary, first grade teacher Ashley Leatham makes......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor has yet to reach its full potential on the field. Despite penalties and inconsistencies on offense, the squad is on its first three-game win streak since 2024. Arizona State is also looking to put it all together in a crucial home game. A....
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By Elliott Nace | Assistant News Editor Students walking, scootering and biking along Bagby Avenue can expect changes to their commute as the City of Waco begins a $615,000 project to replace damaged sidewalks and curb ramps bordering parts of Baylor's campus and nearby......
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By Josh Siatkowski | Lead Writer Ever since I came from Oklahoma City to Baylor in 2023, I've noticed a hole in the "Grease Pit" of fast food restaurants on the other side of the highway. It's a hole that can only be filled by something as Oklahoman as me: Braum's Ice Cream and.....
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor I have a confession: I do not drink coffee. However, the common threads I noticed while looking at my class's Baylor Bound Instagram page back in 2024 were that prospective Baylor students love Jesus, hanging out with friends and drinking......
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By Reigha Weaver | Arts & Life Writer Baylor's newest haircut spot is in Martin Residence Hall. Martin Cuts, run by Clemmons, North Carolina, freshman Isaac Williams and Bellaire freshman Brandon Martin, allows male students to get haircuts right on campus. Williams, the primary....
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Tuesday banning local, state and federal law enforcement officers from using gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks to people.The ban on shock gloves will take effect next year and remain in place until 2030. It comes weeks......
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The U.S. National Security Agency and other military intelligence and cybersecurity forces will guard election systems during the November midterms, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday.Military cybersecurity experts have routinely helped monitor systems and deter......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — The Giving Machine is a charitable take on a vending machine that's back in Waco for a second year of raising money for local nonprofits. The Giving Machine is part of the Light the World Initiative carried out by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day......
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A years-long dispute between Copperas Cove and Lampasas school districts may finally be nearing its end.WATCH the full story here: Copperas Cove ISD moves closer to expanding district boundariesA judge has already signed off on adjusting the boundary lines between the two......
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Cameron Park has become a known dumping ground for animals in Waco, according to local residents and one animal advocate says the city needs to do more to address the growing stray dog problem.WATCH HERE: Waco animal advocate pushes city to address stray dog crisisKen Willits, a....
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The Navasota Examiner journalists are more than reporters they're neighborsWatch the full story here: The Navasota Examiner leaders are more than reporters or publishers they're neighborsAlong Railroad Street, the Navasota Examiner has served its community since 1894. For the......
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Elm Mott, Tx (FOX 44) - McLennan County deputies have arrested a 33-year-old man on felony charges in connection with the stabbing of a dog at an Elm Mott home. A McLennan County Sheriff's Office deputy was sent to the 400 block of Forest Avenue in Elm Mott on Saturday over what....
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The owners of Camp Mystic have proposed selling off the riverfront property as part of a bankruptcy plan, with hopes that a buyer will preserve the camp's "historic mission" following the death of 27 campers and counselors swept away by a 2025 flood.The century-old private......
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Lindsay Clancy's lawyer argued Tuesday that there wasn't enough evidence to prove she killed her three children, a striking turn after a lengthy trial that focused more on her mental state than on whether she took their lives."This entire case is based on speculation," attorney.....
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If you've been shopping for a new vehicle lately, you may have noticed something unusual: there aren't many 2027 models on dealership lots. Typically, dealerships begin filling up with next year's vehicles by early fall. But this year, automakers are taking a slower approach to.....
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At Vanessa's Boutique in Waco, picking out a quinceaera dress is a milestone years in the making. But rising costs and immigration enforcement are putting pressure on a cherished cultural tradition.In Hispanic culture, a quinceaera marks a girl's 15th birthday and is......
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Dennis Haskins, who was best known for portraying Principal Richard Belding on Saved by the Bell (1989-1993), has died at age 75, multiple outlets reported early Tuesday, citing Haskins' agent.A cause of Haskins' death was not revealed.RELATED STORY | Cindy Crawfords son, model.....
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The Senate passed a sweeping bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate college sports, an attempt to end chaos in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools.The overwhelming 77-22 vote to pass the......
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On March 31, barely a month after the United States and Israel launched a military campaign against Iran that immediately shuttered the Strait of Hormuz and sent global oil prices skyrocketing, President Donald Trump was asked about his timeline for the war and when it might......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- Diesel fuel price spikes continue to impact the national, state and local economies -- including one of Central Texas's volunteer fire departments. Fox 44 caught up with the China Spring Volunteer Fire Department during its annual Fall Barbecue Fundraiser on......
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By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer Baylor's Student Senate unanimously passed legislation Thursday calling on Campus Recreation to consider allowing sleeveless athletic attire in designated Student Life Center fitness areas. The legislation, which passed 29-0, asks Campus......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Fifth-year wide receiver Jayden McGowan had only one catch under his name since 2024. He made a 7-yard reception in Charlotte's 2025 season opener against Appalachian State before suffering a season-ending knee injury. He made his long-awaited......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor is not the biggest spender in the Big 12 when it comes to NIL. Per The NIL Standard, Baylor isn't a top-50 spender in the country, nor is it a top-10 spender in the Big 12. It is a tricky subject to navigate, and head coach Dave Aranda......
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By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer Baylor University filed a lawsuit against the Trustees of Boston University Aug. 8, 2025, over the interlocking "BU" logo. Just over a year later, the universities are now nearing a settlement agreement. President Linda Livingstone told The......
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By Jen Forse | Staff Writer Black gospel history lives on at Baylor, where recordings preserve the faith, music and stories of generations. Located on the garden level of Moody Library, Baylor's Black Gospel Archive conserves the history of Black gospel music. The archives......
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By Dylan Sciacca | Reporter Going to college is not cheap. Between tuition, food, books and activities on the weekend, spending can add up quick. That is why students are always finding ways to save. Spots like thrift stores have become very popular among the Baylor students......
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By Anne Wall | Reporter Everyone makes a statement with what they wear, according to Associate Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Dr. Lorynn Divita — even when they don't say a word. "You can be standing in a corner silently, but your clothes are screaming who you......
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A new church in Central Texas is trading traditional pews for motorcycles.Biker Church Waco held its official grand opening Sunday, drawing more than 100 people to its first service.The ministry is modeled after the popular Cowboy Church movement but is geared specifically......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Every week, FOX 44 will be featuring a furry friend up for adoption through the Humane Society of Central Texas. You can take a look at Flora in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of......
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WEST, Texas (FOX 44) — An unforgiving summer is threatening fall festivities locally as Western Belle Farm struggled to grow their pumpkin patch and corn maze. The Western Belle Farm in West is known for their pumpkin patch and corn maze, but this year they look a little......
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Watch the full story here: Navasota Animal Shelter reopens with new building, expanded capacity and no-kill designationThe Navasota Animal Shelter has reopened following facility improvements, unveiling a brand-new building, expanded capacity, and a no-kill designation.The......
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The Temple Fire Department is planning multiple upgrades across its stations as the city prepares for significant population growth over the next decade.Fire Station 2 is currently under construction, with Station 4 construction scheduled to begin in November and last for one......
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Robinson Fire Department has added new vehicles and essential safety equipment to its fleet, as the department works to keep pace with a significant rise in emergency calls.WATCH HERE: Robinson Fire Department adds new vehicles, equipment to combat rising call volumeFire Chief......
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Two women and a man remained in jail Monday after police earlier found seven children in a urine soaked, roach infested home with no electricity. All three adults were charged with endangering a child, criminal negligence after police found the children ages......
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It won't take long for Major League Baseball to deliver on some spicy postseason storylines.The Wild Card Series begins Tuesday, featuring four best-of-three matchups that include the Boston Red Sox traveling to face their longtime nemesis, the New York Yankees. Also in the......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Football and No. 11 soccer continued with their winning ways while No. 17 volleyball faced its first major challenge in conference play over the weekend. With ups and downs throughout the week, there was plenty of action in the world of Baylor......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Light the World Giving Machine kiosks are returning to Waco for a second Christmas season! A special Kickoff Luncheon will be taking place this Tuesday at Cameron Park Zoo, located at 1701 N 4th Street, according to Giving Machine Waco. The Waco-area......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - September is 'Suicide Prevention Month,' and the perfect time to remind ourselves that talking about mental health can save lives. Katherine Clendennen from the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network spoke with FOX 44's MG Montemayor about warning signs,....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: The Central Waco Library was closed on Monday morning due to an issue with the air conditioning. The Waco-McLennan County Public Library said it apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the public's understanding. The Library issued an......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: The Central Waco Library was closed on Monday morning due to an issue with the air conditioning. The Waco-McLennan County Public Library said it apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates the public's understanding. The Library issued an......
